Senior Estimator (Electrical/ Mechanical)
Location: Louisville, KY
Skills: Construction Estimating, Automotive, Data Centers, Heavy Industry, Schematics Interpretation
Summary
The State Group is seeking five senior electrical and mechanical estimators who will be based in one of the following office locations: Evansville, Indiana; Buffalo, New York; Louisville, Kentucky; Paducah, Kentucky; or Janesville, Wisconsin.
Responsibilities
The Senior Estimator positions are responsible for producing accurate and timely, full-cost project estimates, including materials and labor. Responsibilities include maintaining a comprehensive list of suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors, and analyzing blueprints, specifications, and proposals to generate accurate and profitable electrical estimates plus per job. These positions are responsible for preparing requests for quotations, securing competitive pricing from suppliers and subcontractors, and drafting proposals while meeting specialist requirements, as necessary.
As a Senior Estimator, you will prepare electrical and/or mechanical cost estimates for diverse projects, including conceptual, design-build, and general tender work, regardless of size or complexity.
Independently calculate materials, labor, and equipment costs based on proposals, plans, and specifications, including project closings.
Review specific and detailed data to determine material and labor requirements.
Compute cost factors for management purposes, such as planning, organizing, scheduling work, bidding, vendor selection, subcontracting, and cost-effectiveness analysis.
Draft requests for quotations (RFQ’s) to secure competitive pricing from suppliers and subcontractors.
Collaborate with project teams to garner support and commitment for cost estimates.
Use estimating software such as Accubid for precise cost calculations.
Analyze current practices and pricing to identify cost-saving opportunities and process enhancements and recommend process improvements.
Collaborate with other estimators and the Director, estimating to establish project indirect costs and overheads for each estimate.
Mentor and support junior estimators, assisting with quantity take-offs and quotations.
Perform additional duties as assigned to achieve company objectives.
Requirements
3-25+ years construction estimating experience in automotive, data center, or heavy industry sectors.
A bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university or trade craft certification preferred, or equivalent experience.
Solid understanding of electrical and mechanical drawings, and ability to interpret schematics.
Familiarity with industry practices, electrical trade scope, and Bid Depository regulations.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and knowledgeable in Accubid Estimating Software.
Ability to build relationships and work effectively within a team.
Strong organizational skills, capable of handling multiple competing priorities and timelines.
3-7+ years' experience estimating single trade jobs >$3M.
7+ years' experience estimating multi-trade jobs >$10M
10+ years' experience estimating multi-trade jobs >$200M